What does it really mean to fight weeds with bugs? In this episode of the Pull Together. Stop the Spread. podcast, Dr. Jeff Littlefield with Montana State University and Melissa Maggio with the Montana Biocontrol Project take us inside the world of biological control.

They break down what biocontrol is and isn’t, clear up common misconceptions, and explain the extensive research and testing that goes into putting these tiny weed fighters to work. We’ll hear examples of successful biocontrol programs being used in Montana today, what landowners should realistically expect, and a look at the research and opportunities shaping the future of biocontrol in Montana.

What does it really mean to fight weeds with bugs? In this episode of the Pull Together. Stop the Spread. podcast, Dr. Jeff Littlefield with Montana State University and Melissa Maggio with the Montana Biocontrol Project take us inside the world of biological control.
They break down what biocontrol is and isn&rsquo;t, clear up common misconceptions, and explain the extensive research and testing that goes into putting these tiny weed fighters to work. We&rsquo;ll hear examples of successful biocontrol programs being used in Montana today, what landowners should realistically expect, and a look at the research and opportunities shaping the future of biocontrol in Montana.

Extended interviews with farmers, ranchers, agribusiness people and issues impacting agriculture from our Northern Ag Network Broadcasters!

Extended interviews with farmers, ranchers, agribusiness people and issues impacting agriculture from our Northern Ag Network Broadcasters!

Featured Podcast Interviews

The Northern Ag Network provides hourly farm news and market reports, weather programs and special features. In addition, the Northern Ag Network produces two daily Ag Television programs each morning, which are seen on nine of Montana’s premier television stations.

Nationally-recognized broadcasters, award-winning programming and documented listener loyalty unlike anything else in the industry have made this Northern Broadcasting Network the primary marketing tool of dozens of successful businesses across the West.

The Northern Ag Network provides hourly farm news and market reports, weather programs and special features. In addition, the Northern Ag Network produces two daily Ag Television programs each morning, which are seen on nine of Montana&rsquo;s premier television stations.
Nationally-recognized broadcasters, award-winning programming and documented listener loyalty unlike anything else in the industry have made this Northern Broadcasting Network the primary marketing tool of dozens of successful businesses across the West.